MEA-GPS-S

## **MEA-1575 GPS Precision Antenna External Mount** 

## **Description** 

This high-performance antenna is designed for vehicle and fleet tracking applications. The very small size and lightweight make this GPS antenna unique in the market and perfect for various commercial and industrial applications. With a low noise figure and high-linearity LNA, this antenna is the ideal solution for the most extreme and demanding applications where reliable satellite reception and high accuracy are required. The interface connector is available in SMA,TNC, or other options. 

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## **Features** 

- GPS L1 frequency 

## **Mechanical Specifications** 

|Parameter|Design Specifications|
|---|---|
|RF connector|SMA, TNC, or other|
|Cable|RG174 / 3 meters or other|
|Antenna weight|70 grams (max)|



- Active LNA circuitry 

- Waterproof housing 

- Custom connector options 

## **Applications** 

- Vehicle & fleet tracking 

- Public & government transportation 

- Military & security 

- Asset tracking 

- Agriculture 

- Oil & gas industries 

- Mining & construction 

- Law enforcement 

- LBS & M2M applications 

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## **Electrical Specifications** 

|Parameter|Design Specifications|
|---|---|
|Frequency|1575.42 MHz|
|Polarization|RHCP|
|DC voltage|2.5 to 5 V|
|DC current|6.6 mA|
|Bandwidth (-1dB)|5 MHz|
|Total system peak gain|28 dBic @ 2.5 V  /  30 dBic @ 5 V|
|Axial ratio|2.5 dB (min)|
|VSWR|2 (max)|
|Impedance|50 Ohm|
|Operating temp.|from -40°C to 85°C|



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## **Realized gain plot** 

Measured at 1575.42 MHz on a 127X127mm  ground plane (E plane, 2.5 V) 

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